Humidity can do more harm than you might imagine —
especially in humid climates, and especially during the summer months. If you
don’t have a dehumidifier, you could be subjecting yourself to a lot of
unnecessary discomfort and health risks.
In this Blog, we’ll guide you through the main benefits
of dehumidification, what to look for in a dehumidifier, and our top
recommendations for any budget.
In simplest terms, a dehumidifier pulls in surrounding
air, strips moisture from it, then circulates it back into the room. The
moisture collects in a basin that you dump out every so often (in more advanced
models, the moisture can be pumped out through a drainage tube).
3 Reasons to Use a Dehumidifier
Of the many reasons to monitor indoor humidity at
home, here are the most important:
· Humidity makes you feel
hotter. According to the Heat Index Chart published by the NOAA, humidity
during warm and hot weather can make you feel 3 to 18 degrees hotter (when
comparing 50 to 80 percent humidity).
· Humidity encourages
bacteria and mold growth. Bacteria thrive at 50 percent humidity and higher
while mold thrives at 70 percent humidity and higher. Both can have a negative
impact on your health and should be minimized.
· Humidity can damage home
property. Excess moisture can warp wood, peel paint, fade photographs, and
corrode metal. For this reason, even if you don’t get a dehumidifier, consider
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All year long, the ideal indoor humidity level is between
45 and 55 percent. However, fluctuations are normal with the comings and goings
of weather, so a humidity level between 30 and 60 percent is often comfortable
enough for most people.
Note that excess humidity is more easily felt in the
summer, and anything over 50 percent may contribute to feelings of stickiness,
mugginess, and general discomfort. Therefore, if you regularly have indoor
humidity levels above 50 percent, we recommend buying a dehumidifier.
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